University of Sydney is inviting applications for postgraduate scholarship in contaminant hydrology. Applicants should have a background in theoretical and applied hydrology, eco-hydrology, and soil physics and be willing to learn mathematical concepts needed to implement advanced computational tools. The scholarship is valued at $25,849 per annum (tax exempt and indexed annually) and may be renewed for up to three years, with a possible further extension of 6 months, subject to satisfactory progress. The scholarship is paid as a stipend on a fortnightly basis. This scholarship does not cover any tuition fees payable by international candidates although exceptional international applicants will be considered for a Fee Award. The application deadline is 26 September 2015.
Participating Institute: University of Sydney in Australia.
Study Subject: Scholarship is provided in Contaminant Hydrology at the University of Sydney in Australia.
Degree Level: Scholarship is available for pursuing postgraduate degree level at University of Sydney in Australia.
Eligibility: Applicants should have a background in theoretical and applied hydrology, eco-hydrology, and soil physics and be willing to learn mathematical concepts needed to implement advanced computational tools. Applicants must also be interested in multidisciplinary approaches to environmental engineering, which may include chemistry, biology, and computational sciences. Consideration will be given in order of priority to applicants who: (1) have a Master’s degree or equivalent in Mathematics, Environmental Engineering, Agricultural Science, Biology; (2) can demonstrate a potential for research excellence; and (3) have relevant past experience and training. Applications are open to domestic and international students.
Eligible Nationalities: Australian and international students can apply for the scholarship.
What does it cover: The scholarship is valued at $25,849 per annum (tax exempt and indexed annually) and may be renewed for up to three years, with a possible further extension of 6 months, subject to satisfactory progress. The scholarship is paid as a stipend on a fortnightly basis. This scholarship does not cover any tuition fees payable by international candidates although exceptional international applicants will be considered for a Fee Award.
Application Procedure: Further information can be obtained from Dr Federico Maggi, School of Civil Engineering, The University of Sydney NSW 2006 (Phone: 61 2 9351 2115; E-mail:federico.maggi-at-sydney.edu.au). Applications should be emailed directly in one single PDF file with the subject title ‘Applicaton for PhD scholarship – Contaminant Hydrology’ to Dr Maggi at the above email address, and must include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a copy of an academic transcript, and the names and contact details of at least two referees. Applications that do not satisfy this format will not be considered.
Deadline: The application deadline is 26 September 2015.
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